Art Instructor

Part-Time Art Instructor

STEAMspark is seeking a creative, enthusiastic, and child-centered Part-Time Art Instructor to nurture artistic expression, confidence, and imagination in young children. This role involves designing and leading engaging visual arts lessons aligned with our Montessori and STEAM curriculum while fostering a warm, inspiring, and developmentally appropriate learning environment.

Job Overview

Are you passionate about helping children explore creativity through visual arts?

Do you enjoy guiding young learners as they experiment with color, texture, and artistic techniques?

As our Part-Time Art Instructor, you will lead small group art classes 2–3 times per week during the afternoon hours.

Children will explore drawing, painting, mixed media, sculpture, and foundational art concepts while developing creativity, focus, and fine motor skills.

Work Schedule

• Part-time position
• Afternoon classes, typically between 12:00 PM and 4:00 PM, two days per week
• Final schedule based on enrollment and age grouping

Role & Responsibilities

Art Instruction & Project Preparation

• Teach age-appropriate lessons in drawing, painting, collage, sculpture, and mixed media
• Introduce foundational art concepts (color theory, line, shape, texture, composition)
• Prepare students for informal showcases and our Winter and Spring Recitals
• Develop lesson plans that build skills progressively and encourage creative exploration
• Select materials and projects suited to developmental levels and safety guidelines

Child Engagement & Growth

• Create a joyful, encouraging, inclusive space for all learners
• Adapt instruction to a variety of learning styles and sensory needs
• Provide positive guidance and supportive, constructive feedback
• Foster creativity, independence, and confidence in each child

Collaboration & Communication

• Communicate with families and staff regarding student progress, projects, and events
• Work collaboratively with dance, choir, and orchestra instructors for integrated arts events
• Maintain attendance records, project notes, and basic portfolio documentation

Required Qualifications

• Experience teaching visual arts to children, preferably ages 3–12
• Strong skills in drawing, painting, and general studio art
• Ability to create structured yet open creative experiences
• Strong communication and classroom management skills
• Enthusiasm for working in a nurturing Montessori inspired environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree or coursework in Art Education, Fine Arts, or related field
• Experience preparing student work for showcases or exhibitions
• Background in early childhood or elementary arts education
• CPR/First Aid Certification (or willingness to obtain)

Physical Requirements

• Able to sit on the floor or at child-height tables while assisting with lessons.
• Able to lift at least 25 pounds.

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly pay range: $20 – $30, based on experience
• Professional development support
• Flexible, consistent part time schedule
• Opportunity to help expand our growing visual arts program

About our Organization

STEAMspark is an AMI/USA Aspiring School, an AMS Verified School and is fully accredited through Cognia
(which encompasses NCA CASI, NWAC, and SACS CASI).

We are committed to:

• Preparing children to become top academic performers throughout their education.
• Positioning them to take on more advanced courses in secondary school.
• Enabling them to pursue higher education opportunities successfully.
• Igniting a passion for learning at an early age, our Montessori-driven, STEAM-integrated, age-appropriate, highly interactive curricula are taught by Montessori credentialed educators dedicated to our children.

Here are some of the benefits of working at STEAMspark:

• Medical (where STEAMspark picks up a generous amount of the cost), Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Rewards & Recognition Programs
• Mentorship Opportunities
• Continuing education opportunities through AMI and AMS affiliated programs